Tag Archives: Racial Justice

Mapping the City

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Joseph L. Morrow

From Ministry Tourists to Pilgrims Maps have always fascinated me. As a child they allowed me to escape the confines of the urban landscape of Chicago’s southwest side. I loved learning to read maps, gleaning insight into faraway people and … Continue reading →

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Week 3: God in the Midst of the City

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Ginna Bairby

“God is in the midst of the city; it shall not be moved; God will help it when the morning dawns.” -Ps 46:5 This week is Holy Week, a week that begins with Jesus entering the city of Jerusalem to … Continue reading →

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Revival and Reform: Reflections on Ecumenical Dialogue and Urban Ministry

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Will Roberts

I currently live and work at Richmond Hill, an ecumenical retreat center and intentional community in Richmond, VA. Richmond Hill was originally a Catholic convent established in Richmond’s historic Church Hill neighborhood after the Civil War. As the Union army … Continue reading →

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Of the City, By the City, For the City: On Christian Witness and Mission

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Amaury Tañón-Santos

“I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city… a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord.” -Luke 2:10b-11, NRSV (emphasis added)  The “city” has been an … Continue reading →

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